Machine Operator - 1st Shift

Company Overview

Valley Craft Industries is one of the leading industrial cabinet manufacturers in the world, building high-quality metal storage and material-handling products trusted by customers across the country and beyond. When you join our team, you're putting your name on products recognized for their quality everywhere they're used.

We're proud of what we build, and we provide steady, year-round work in a clean, organized, and safety-focused shop. Our team members value stability, consistent schedules, and opportunities to build long-term careers with us.

Position Summary

As a Machine Operator, you will play a key role in producing Valley Craft’s metal products by operating and monitoring manufacturing equipment such as turret presses and bending machines. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys hands-on work, takes pride in producing quality parts, and wants to work in a stable manufacturing environment with predictable hours.

WhatYou’llDo

• Operate turret, bending, and other metal fabrication equipment
• Set up and adjust machines to keep parts within quality standards
• Monitor production and make minor adjustments as needed
• Visually inspect parts and use measuring tools or fixtures
• Read work instructions, prints, and production paperwork
• Troubleshoot basic machine or quality issues
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work area
• Support production goals and assist teammates when needed

WhatWe’reLooking For

• High school diploma or equivalent
• 1+ year of manufacturing or machine operation experience preferred
• Familiarity with metal fabrication equipment and processes
• Ability to read blueprints, job travelers, and work instructions
• Strong attention to detail and quality
• Dependable, team-oriented, and safety-focused
• Ability to pass a pre-employment drug screen and background check

Physical Requirements

• Continuous standing and movement throughout the shift
• Frequent bending, reaching, and handling of parts
• Ability to work in hot and cold manufacturing environments
• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 lbs

Hours

1st Shift: Monday-Thursday 5:00 am - 3:30 pm (5:30 pm during OT), Fridays as needed.

Benefits

• Competitive pay based on experience
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Nine (9) paid holidays
• Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Enjoy a 4-day workweek with consistent hours and overtime opportunities when production is high.
• Clean, organized, and safety-focused shop
• Training and advancement opportunities

Valley Craft Industries is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.

Valley Craft is a company based in Minnesota. Founded in 1953 with the introduction of the first hand truck with a brake, Valley Craft has grown to be a world-class manufacturer known for producing material handling, storage, and safety solutions that truly stand the test of time.

Our commitment to building only the most rugged and reliable products – together with a relentless and uncompromising dedication to customer satisfaction is what sets Valley Craft apart.

Through thoughtful and intelligent design, we have helped transform the way people work. Over the years, we have helped solve some of the most complex material handling challenges. We help our customers to become better organized and to work smarter, safer, and more efficiently. As our breadth of products continues to evolve with every new innovation, our core values stay the same:

Professional Grade Quality.... Built to Last.... Made in the U.S.A.